Iran’s Supreme National Security Council Secretary Mohsen Rezaei issued a sharp warning to the United Arab Emirates, stating that hosting the “Butcher of Gaza” will not produce favorable consequences. In an Arabic-language post, Rezaei declared that just as hosting U.S. military bases has failed to bring security, welcoming Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu would likewise prove costly. He urged the UAE to learn from the recent war, stop igniting conflicts, and cease what he described as baseless claims regarding the Iranian islands. The message comes amid heightened regional tensions and questions surrounding the Flydubai incident involving a flight from Dubai. Iranian officials have framed closer ties between the Emirates and Israel as a provocative step that risks broader instability. Rezaei’s remarks underscore Tehran’s longstanding objections to any external military presence or diplomatic engagement it views as hostile. The warning was delivered publicly and directed specifically at Abu Dhabi’s leadership.

The statement reflects Iran’s broader position that regional governments should avoid facilitating actions it considers aggressive toward its interests. Rezaei positioned the advice as a caution drawn from recent conflicts rather than an open threat of immediate action. Officials in Tehran continue to reject any challenges to sovereignty over the disputed islands in the Persian Gulf. The comments arrive at a sensitive moment when diplomatic and security dynamics across the region remain fluid. Iranian media amplified the post, presenting it as a clear signal to Gulf states about the potential costs of deeper alignment with Israel. Security analysts note that such rhetoric often serves to deter further cooperation while reinforcing domestic narratives of resistance. The full implications of the warning will depend on how the UAE and other regional actors respond in the coming days.